Kwaidan

Engelske undersættelser Kwaidan (1965)

In the tradition of "RASHOMON" and "GATE OF HELL."

Horror Fantasy Drama
7.7 / 10

Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless samurai marries for money with tragic results. A man stranded in a blizzard is saved by Yuki the Snow Maiden, but his rescue comes at a cost. Blind musician Hoichi is forced to perform for an audience of ghosts. An author relates the story of a samurai who sees another warrior's reflection in his teacup.

Runtime 183 min
Language JA
Country Japan
Director Masaki Kobayashi
Handling

Et intenst drama med komplekse karakterer og følelsesmæssig dybde.

18 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
Kaidan AKA Kwaidan AKA Ghost Stories 1964 1080p BluRay AAC2.0 COMM x264-KESH opensubtitles 14,911 .SRT
Kwaidan.1964.UNCUT.DVDRip.XviD-FRAGMENT opensubtitles 4,731 .SRT
Kwaidan.1964.UNCUT.DVDRip.XviD-FRAGMENT opensubtitles 4,731 .SRT
Kwaidan opensubtitles 2,192 .SRT
Kwaidan opensubtitles 2,192 .SRT
Kaidan 1964 Criterion BluRay 720p EXTRAS opensubtitles 1,549 .SRT
Kaidan 1964 Criterion BluRay 720p EXTRAS opensubtitles 1,549 .SRT
Kaidan 1964 Criterion BluRay 720p EXTRAS opensubtitles 1,549 .SRT
Kaidan 1964 Criterion BluRay 720p EXTRAS opensubtitles 1,549 .SRT
Kaidan 1964 Criterion BluRay 720p EXTRAS opensubtitles 1,549 .SRT
Kaidan opensubtitles 881 .SRT
Kaidan opensubtitles 881 .SRT
Kaidan (1964) opensubtitles 1,691 .SRT
Kaidan (1964) opensubtitles 1,460 .SRT
DVDRip x264 AAC-BeLLBoY (Kingdom-Release) opensubtitles 1,346 .SRT
Kaidan (1964) opensubtitles 995 .SRT
Kaidan (1964) opensubtitles 995 .SRT
Kwaidan.1964.720p.Bluray opensubtitles 4,758 .SRT

Kwaidan — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Masaki Kobayashi

Michiyo Aratama First Wife (segment "The Black Hair")
Rentaro Mikuni Husband (segment "The Black Hair")
Misako Watanabe Second Wife (segment "The Black Hair")
Kenjirō Ishiyama Father (segment "The Black Hair")
Ranko Akagi Mother (segment "The Black Hair")
Fumie Kitahara (segment "The Black Hair")
Kappei Matsumoto (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
Yoshiko Ieda (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
Otome Tsukimiya (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)
Kenzō Tanaka (segment "The Black Hair") (uncredited)

Languages Spoken in Kwaidan (1965)

Kwaidan features dialogue in Japanese. As the original language is not English, accurate English subtitles are essential for English-speaking audiences to fully appreciate the dialogue, cultural references, and storytelling nuances in Kwaidan.

Download English Subtitles for Kwaidan (1965)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie Kwaidan (1965) in .SRT format. We currently have 18 subtitle versions sourced from opensubtitles. Each version corresponds to a different video release, so you can find the subtitle that synchronises perfectly with your file.

The most popular subtitle for Kwaidan has been downloaded 14,911 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

About Kwaidan (1965)

Taking its title from an archaic Japanese word meaning "ghost story," this anthology adapts four folk tales. A penniless samurai marries for money with tragic results. A man stranded in a blizzard is saved by Yuki the Snow Maiden, but his rescue comes at a cost. Blind musician Hoichi is forced to perform for an audience of ghosts. An author relates the story of a samurai who sees another warrior's reflection in his teacup.

  • Genre: Horror, Fantasy, Drama
  • Release year: 1965
  • TMDB rating: 7.7 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 183 minutes
  • Director: Masaki Kobayashi
  • Spoken languages: Japanese
  • Country: Japan
  • IMDB ID: tt0058279

Kwaidan is a horror movie released in 1965. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for horror titles, where fast-paced dialogue and nuanced conversations carry the emotional weight of the story.

Trivia & Fun Facts about Kwaidan (1965)

  • Produced by Ninjin Club</strong>, <strong>TOHO.
  • The original language of Kwaidan is Japanese, not English.
  • At 3 hours and 3 minutes, Kwaidan is considerably longer than the average feature film.
Themes & Topics: samurai based on novel or book story teller snowstorm tea promise snow blind spirit vengeful ghost ghost story ghost sea battle japanese folklore naval battle

How to Add English Subtitles to Kwaidan

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  2. Download the matching .SRT – In the table above, locate the subtitle whose release name matches your video and click the download button.
  3. Rename the subtitle file – Rename the downloaded .SRT file so it has the exact same name as your video file (e.g. kwaidan.srt).
  4. Place both files together – Move the .SRT into the same folder as the video.
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  • Infuse (Apple TV / iOS) – Automatically picks up .SRT files stored alongside your videos on network shares or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kwaidan (1965) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for Kwaidan?

You can download free English subtitles for Kwaidan (1965) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 18 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the Kwaidan subtitles free to download?

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Which Kwaidan subtitle file should I choose?

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The Kwaidan subtitles are out of sync with my video. How do I fix it?

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  • Download a different subtitle version from the table above that matches your specific release
  • Adjust the subtitle delay in your player: in VLC, press G (delay) or H (advance) to shift subtitles by 50ms per press
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Can I use these subtitles on my smart TV?

Yes. Download the .SRT file and save it on a USB drive or network-attached storage in the same folder as your Kwaidan video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

Is Kwaidan worth watching?

Kwaidan (1965) holds a rating of 7.7 out of 10 on TMDB, placing it among the higher-rated movies in its category (Horror, Fantasy, Drama). With accurate English subtitles, you can fully enjoy every line of dialogue.

What is the .SRT subtitle format?

SRT (SubRip Text) is the most widely used subtitle format in the world. It is a simple text file containing numbered entries with timestamps and dialogue text. The .SRT format is supported by virtually every media player, smart TV, streaming device, and video editing tool.